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Using Ad Hoc (Peer-to-Peer) Mode
The Ad Hoc (or Peer -to-Peer) mode allows the Network HDD Recorder to
communicate directly with other wireless devices such as notebooks, without
the need to connect to a wireless Access Point.
Before proceeding, ensure that the optional WiFi Dongle is installed in
the recorder and the peer wireless device (or notebook) is active.
To enable the Peer-to-Peer mode, perform the following steps:
1.
Using the remote control or navigation buttons on the front panel of the
recorder, select
Setup
from the
Main
menu and press
.
2.
Select
Network Options
Wireless Setup
and press
.
The
Connect or Modify
submenu displays.
3.
Select
Modify
and press the
navigation button. The
Get Connection
Mode
screen displays.
4.
Select
Peer to Peer (Ad Hoc)
and press the
navigation button.
The
Save and Startup
screen displays.
5.
Select
Manual
and press the
navigation button. The
Ad Hoc Setup
screen displays.
6.
Select
Wireless SSID
and press
. Enter the SSID of the peer wireless
device (or notebook) and select
OK
.
In some cases, the
Wireless SSID
is filled in automatically.
Ensure that the SSID displayed corresponds with the intended peer
device you want to connect to.
